Communities in Schools of Forsyth County

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Basic Information

Address: 530 N. Spring St. Suite A Winston Salem, NC 27101
Phone Number: 336-397-9983
Fax Number: 336-397-9985
Director: Renee Olgesby

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Additional Information

Causes Served: At Risk Youth, Drop Out Prevention
Background Check: Yes
Population Served: Forsyth County
Ages for Volunteer: 18 and over
Hours of Service: 8:00 am to 7:00pm
Days of Service: Monday through Saturday
Mission Statement:

To champion the connection of needed community resources with schools and other sites to help young people successfully learn, stay in school, and prepare for life.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

Our Purpose is to ensure all students have the five basic resources:
1. A Personal One-on-One Relationship with a Caring Adult
2. A Safe Place to Learn and Grow
3. A Marketable Skill to Use Upon Graduation
4. A Chance to Give Back to Peers and Community
5. A Healthy Start and A Healthy Future

Program History:

During the summer of 2006, Communities in Schools of Forsyth County became a 501 (c) 3 Non Profit Agency. At this time we were able to provide and expand many programs to youth throughout the county. CISFC programs include : After School Tutoring Programs, Mentoring, Course Recovery, Counseling, Graduation Coaching, and College Application Assistance. Other resources include Gang Prevention/ Intervention sessions, Computer Literacy, and Health and Wellness Programs. Parents are encouraged to participate in mediation conferences, counseling, computer literacy,and parenting courses.

Events:

Fundraising Events include Golf Tournaments, Festival of Tables, Basketball and Football Games